Programs & Services
Our Services
The Water Information Program has grown from a conceptual initiative into a fully implemented public information program. As an integrated model, the Water Information Program has demonstrated that local water districts and agencies can cooperate on public information.
Brochures
Approximately 20 brochures have been created by the Water Information Program covering a variety of topics. These topics include such subjects as water conservation, Colorado water law, irrigation issues, water information on the web, water agencies, buying irrigated property and many others. Some of these have been reprinted through the newsletter and featured on the web site. In 1998, a full color brochure was designed and features a full color map of southwest Colorado outlining the boundaries of the SWCD. All the local water reservoirs were depicted on the map and a brief history of water resources in southwest Colorado was included. Learn more & see available brochures & resource materials.
Conferences & Presentations
The Water Information Program has participated in numerous conferences and presentations. Some of the conferences have included the Colorado Water Congress, Colorado Water Workshop, and the SWCD Annual Water Seminar. We have also presented at many children's water festivals, public meetings and district events.
Exhibits
In order to present water information in public settings, conferences and meetings, the Water Information Program has two professional exhibits that include signs, graphics, and photos. The displays are also available for use by the participating entities involved in the program.
Newsletter
Each quarter, "The Water Letter" is published by the Water Information Program and mailed to over 1,000 individuals. Articles about emerging water issues in southwestern Colorado, interviews with water officials, upcoming events and local water district sponsored activities are included in each issue. Learn more & sign up for our newsletter.
Outreach Coordinator
A full-time outreach Coordinator is available to present water-related information at various events (e.g., conferences, meetings, workshops, etc.) and to provide technical and non-technical assistance to participating entities on water-related projects. Sample outreach projects include, but are not limited to: assistance with Water Conservation plans, as well as website enhancements and brochure updates; grant-writing; and work on xeric demonstration projects. Outreach assistance is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Press Clippings
Since water issues are reported daily, it is very important that these are summarized for use by decision makers. On a twice per month basis, the Water Information Program provides a summary of news articles to approximately one hundred subscribers. The bi-monthly summary lists the date, article, reporter, newspaper, and quotes from seventeen daily and weekly papers. View latest press clippings.
Website
The Water Information Program website, www.waterinfo.org, is the premier, on-line source for information and links to local, regional, national, and international water-related sites.